Jim, K Michael,
Chemical-based photography is under digital assault for sure. As an amateur for 30 years, I've tray-developed color prints, developed Cibachrome in tanks, developed B&W emulsions, and bulk-loaded film by hand. So, the slow demise of these processes is painful to watch.
That said, I credit digital for reviving my interest in shooting. when I purchased a Nikon CP900 a few years ago. It was amazing to see what 1.3 megapixels from a P&S could do -- instant feedback, too! I now have a DSLR (Canon D30) which gives vastly superior images and responsiveness. Am now exploring an inkjet printer (Canon S9000 or Epson 2200).
The odd thing is my recent return to film-based photography, and not just for nostalgia. Sometimes the digital gimmicks and battery dependency gets in the way of the craft, and the vision. For my analog enjoyment, I can now grab the RTSIII, toss in some film, and go full manual.
While I'm not ready to buy an enlarger, I intend to dig out my tank and develop film again. If the chemical bug really hits, I might dip my toe into LF, and try some Pt contact printing.